Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Role PurposeLead the company's financial planning and analysis function, covering budgeting, forecasting and business performance analysis, to support data-driven strategic and operational decision-making.This is a senior finance leadership post with direct access to the Group CFO and business leaders. It provides FP&A coverage across the whole organisation, and the post-holder may lead FP&A analysts as the team grows.Key ResponsibilitiesBudgeting and forecasting: Lead the annual budget and periodic forecasts by coordinating with department heads and site finance teams, producing accurate and timely financial plans.Financial modelling: Develop and maintain financial models and analyses covering profitability, scenario planning and investment cases, to support strategic and operational decisions.Performance monitoring: Track business performance against budget and forecast through variance analysis and management reports, giving the CFO and business leaders clear visibility of results.Capital investment: Lead the evaluation of capital investment proposals and business cases using NPV, IRR and payback analysis, supporting sound investment decisions.Business partnering: Partner with department heads to provide financial insight and challenge on plans and performance, improving overall financial discipline.Board and management reporting: Prepare board and management reporting packages (financial performance, KPIs and strategic initiatives) by consolidating data from across the business.Team leadership: Lead and develop the FP&A team by setting clear objectives and providing guidance, building a capable analytical function.Process improvement: Improve FP&A processes and tools, including planning systems and reporting automation, to raise the speed and quality of analysis.RequirementsQualifications and Education* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.* MBA or CFA is a plus; CFA or CMA is preferred.Experience* Minimum of 8 years in FP&A or corporate finance.* Minimum of 2 years in a managerial role.* Preferred: experience in an industrial or manufacturing business.Skills and Knowledge* Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills.* Strong budgeting process management and business performance analysis skills.* Strong presentation and stakeholder communication skills.Key Competencies* Financial Modelling and Analysis* Strategic Business Partnering* Presentation and Communication* Process Improvement* Communication* Flexibility* Teamwork* Safety and Security